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Futbol Americas is ESPN’s soccer podcast covering the biggest stories across the Americas and the global game. From the USMNT, Mexico, MLS, Liga MX, NWSL and the USWNT to the Champions League, top European clubs and the road to the World Cup, each...

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Futbol Americas is ESPN’s soccer podcast covering the biggest stories across the Americas and the global game. From the USMNT, Mexico, MLS, Liga MX, NWSL and the USWNT to the Champions League, top European clubs and the road to the World Cup, each episode delivers sharp analysis, strong opinions and must-hear reactions on the teams, players and moments that matter most.

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English


Episodes
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Futbol Americas: CONCACAF Champions Cup Recap + Herc's USMNT Striker Picks + Is FIFA Scamming the Fans? + Marcel Ruiz Health Doubts + Drippin or Trippin

4/10/2026
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas with a recap of the CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal matches. Leg 1 is in the books. Which MLS team has the best shot to advance? Patrick Agyemang is OUT for the 2026 World Cup with an Achilles injury. Who does Herc think will be on the USMNT's striker depth chart this summer? Fans have accused FIFA of 'misleading' them when it comes to tickets. Can FIFA stoop any lower? Marcel Ruíz suffered an ACL injury in March but is reportedly postponing surgery in hope of making the World Cup. Will he make it? Finally, the show closes out with a Drippin' or Trippin' segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:59:23

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Futbol W: Orlando Pride wins it late against Angel City + Gisele Thompson joins the show!

4/7/2026
In this episode Cristina Alexander, Jeff Kassouf are joined by Ali Krieger from London to recap the most recent NWSL action, headlined by a dramatic win for Orlando Pride over Angel City. Plus, Angel City defender Gisele Thompson joins the show for an interview. Finally, the crew takes a look back at last week's UWCL action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:18:30

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Futbol Americas: USMNT Striker News + Obed Vargas Makes an Impression + Johnny Cardoso Convo + Austin FC Spoils Inter Miami's Party + Ziggy Marley Joins the Show + Happy Birthday Herc!

4/7/2026
Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Alejandro Moreno start this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to some good and bad news for USMNT strikers. Folarin Balogun has been tearing up Ligue 1 while Patrick Agyemang just got hurt. Obed Vargas made an impression against Barcelona while Johnny Cardoso missed out due to injury. Has Johnny progressed this season? Our very own Jeff Carlisle sat down with Johnny. Miami had their first game in their brand-new stadium. It's too bad they drew vs. Austin FC. Alexis talks to Ziggy Marley about the 2 Jamaican national teams. Finally, it's Herc's birthday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:19:14

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Futbol W: UWCL Semifinals Are Set!

4/2/2026
In this edition of Futbol W, Alexis Nunes, Ali Krieger, and Lianne Sanderson recap all of the quarterfinal matches from the UEFA Women's Champions League. Arsenal held on against Chelsea, but the real talking point is the hair-pulling incident and VAR's lack of intervention. Lyon got past Wolfsburg in convincing fashion, and Lily Johannes made the scoresheet. Bayern Munich ended Manchester United's European fairy tale. Lianne argues for more investment in the squad. Barcelona stomped Real Madrid, with Alexia Putellas making her 500th appearance for the club. Can anyone stop them? The panel makes their picks for the semifinals to close the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:09:46

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Futbol Americas: USMNT Loses Again! + Mexico Draws Against Belgium!

4/1/2026
In this special edition of Futbol Americas Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, Shaka Hislop, Jürgen Klinsmann, and Jeff Carlisle react to the USMNT's loss against Portugal in an international friendly. What does this loss mean for the USMNT, and how much should we make of them losing both games in this international window in convincing fashion? Türkiye will play in the USMNT's group in the World Cup. How do they match up? Next, Mexico draws against Belgium. What did their performance say about their World Cup readiness? The crew takes a look at their group and Canada's group after Bosnia and Herzegovina qualified for Group B. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:21:12

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Futbol W: NWSL Recap + Melanie Barcenas Joins the Show + NWSL POTW + Savy King Feature + Top 10 Goals of the Week

3/31/2026
Alexis Nunes, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf start this edition of Futbol W with an NWSL recap. Melanie Barcenas joins the show followed by the crew's player of the week picks. Next, we share a feature about Savy King and her recovery from her cardiac event last year. The crew checks in with with the WSL and Liga F before moving on to the top 10 goals of the week to close the show out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:52:09

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Futbol Americas: USMNT camp exclusives with Gio Reyna, Brenden Aaronson, and Ricardo Pepi

3/27/2026
Alexis Nunes and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by recapping the exciting friendly between Brazil and France. Then, Tim Ream hits out at the team that last managed the USMNT. Lastly, there are 3 exclusive conversations with USMNT stars Gio Reyna, Brenden Aaronson, and Ricardo Pepi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:51:46

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Futbol W: NWSL Week 2 Recap + Kiki van Zanten Joins The Show

3/25/2026
Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf kick off this edition of Futbol W with an NWSL recap. Then Kiki van Zanten joins the show after her brace against Boston Legacy. Next, the crew get together to pick their players of the week. There have been a lot of red cards in the NWSL early this season. Is the panel cool with it? A Women's Champions League recap follows that discussion, and the show closes out with the top ten goals of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:05:30

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Futbol Americas: Will Pochettino field his best USMNT XI vs. Belgium?

3/24/2026
In this edition of Futbol Americas, Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Alejandro Moreno quickly recap what some USMNT stars are doing abroad before getting into the XI they want to see for the upcoming friendlies. Next, Pepi's transfer to Fulham from PSV is off after the two clubs failed to agree on a key issue late in the process. Andre Blake joins the show ahead of Jamaica's huge game against New Caledonia. Then, the crew previews the upcoming quarterfinal matches in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. There is some good news for the Mexican national team, with some players returning from injury and others putting in big performances. Finally, Herc recaps his trip to NYC to watch Messi play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:14:18

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Futbol Americas: Messi and Miami Bounced + CONCACAF Champs Cup Recap + USMNT Roster Reaction + Mexico Roster Reaction + US Open Cup recap

3/20/2026
Mauricio Pedroza, Herc Gomez, and Ale Moreno start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing the fallout from Inter Miami's exit from the CONCACAF Champions Cup before recapping the rest of the matchups. Pochettino has announced the 27-man roster for the USMNT's upcoming friendlies, and a certain out-of-form player has made the cut. Mexico has also announced a roster with 1 player on the roster earning his first call-up. The show closes out with a recap of the US Open Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:22:19

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Futbol W: NWSL Recap + Gotham FC's Big Announcement + Catarina Macario's Big Deal + Top 5 Goals + Drippin or Trippin

3/17/2026
Cristina Alexander, Jeff Kassouf, Ali Krieger, and Crystal Dunn recap NWSL season openers. That includes Gotham FC's inaugural match at Gillette Stadium, Sophia Wilson's return, and Savy King's big comeback. Next, the squad reacts to the news that Gotham FC will be hosting a match at Citi Field. Jess Carter joins the show to talk about the impact that will have across the NWSL. Also, Catarina Macario gets paid. The show closes out with the top 5 goals, followed by Drippin or Trippin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:33:54

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Futbol Americas: USMNT Roster Drops Tomorrow + More Injuries For El Tri + Neymar Snubbed?!?! + Finalissima Cancelled + Cat Macario Deal

3/16/2026
Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing USMNT storylines ahead of the roster for the March friendlies being released on Tuesday. Next, another injury has hit the Mexican National Team, and the panel discusses who could step up. Carlo Ancelotti has named his roster for Brazil's upcoming friendlies. Neymar isn't on the list. The crew reacts to this news and debates whether Ancelotti is sending a message with this snub. The Finalissima is cancelled due to conflict in the Middle East. What does this mean for Argentina and Spain? What does this mean for the fans? Lastly, the crew reacts to the news that Cat Macario has signed a record-breaking deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:13:05

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Futbol Americas: Injury Woes for the Host Nations + Pochettino Non-Committal + Noahkai Banks Switching Up? + Neymar Speaks About His Fitness + CONCACAF Champions Cup Recap + Run It Back + Drippin Or Trippin

3/13/2026
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing the sudden wave of injuries that have hit the host nations for the 2026 World Cup. Then they react to Mauricio Pochettino's most recent comments, where he doesn't exactly shut the door to leaving the USMNT head coaching job after the World Cup this summer. Next, Noahkai Banks is noncommittal about his future with the USMNT. Neymar hits out at the critics and gossip concerning his injury history. The show closes out with a quick CONCACAF Champions Cup recap, followed by Run It Back and Drippin or Trippin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:05:11

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Futbol W: Crystal Dunn Debut! + USWNT Secures SheBelieves Cup + Boston Legacy Outlook + Drippin or Trippin + Top 5 Goals of the Week

3/11/2026
Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf are joined by Crystal Dunn for the 1st time on Futbol W. First, they get into the USWNT's victory at the SheBelieves Cup and what the takeaways were from the team's dominant Cup run. Then, Ali sits down with Boston Legacy goalkeeper Casey Murphy ahead of the club's inaugural season in the NWSL. Next, the crew discusses what success would look like for the Boston Legacy as an expansion club. It's time to talk fashion when the panel goes over the top kits of the upcoming NWSL season during the Drippin or Trippin segment. Finally, we go through the top 5 goals of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:48:29

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Futbol Americas: Is Pochettino Headed to Real Madrid?

3/10/2026
Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Alejandro Moreno start this edition of Futbol Americas discussing the rumors that USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino is linked to Real Madrid. Then, they talk about the impact that Sergino Dest's hamstring injury will make on his World Cup prospects. Next, Messi's salary shocks the panel before discussing if he is worth it for Inter Miami. There is a quick LIGA MX check-in before checking out the crazy scenes in Brazil and Scotland. Finally, the show closes with some parting shots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:05:45

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Futbol Americas: USMNT Competition + Pellegrino in a Major Cup Final + No Move for Griezmann? + Tyler Adams on the Move? + Leagues Cup in Mexico?!? + Run it Back

3/5/2026
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Mauricio Pedroza start this episode by reacting to what the USMNT head coach said on the US Soccer Podcast and question whether competition is raising the USMNT's level. Then, they discuss the wider effect Pellegrino Matarazzo will have on coaching now that he is the first American coach to reach a major cup final in Europe’s top 5 leagues. Next, they talk about Antoine Griezmann's cancelled move to Orlando City. Later, they react to the news that Tyler Adams is linked to big Premier League clubs and that Leagues Cup matches will be held in Mexico for the first time. Finally, they run it back! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:00:52:10

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Futbol W: SheBelieves Matchday 1 Recap + Ali Talks With Kenza Dali and Savy King + Top 5 Goals

3/4/2026
Cristina Alexander and Ali Krieger start the show by recapping Matchday 1 of the SheBelieves Cup. They react to the USWNT and Canada wins. Then Ali sits down with Kenza Dali and Savy King in 2 separate interviews to discuss their outlook for the upcoming NWSL season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:01:52

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Futbol Americas: USMNT World Cup Preview Show - 100 Days Away!

3/3/2026
Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, Jeff Carlisle, and Kasey Keller host a special World Cup Preview Show 100 days out from the tournament this summer. First, they discuss what success would look like for the USMNT at the tournament. Then, they discuss what kind of identity Mauricio Pochettino has instilled in this team and whether the team from 2022 has matured. Then, the crew talks about whether they can trust the spine of the team before moving on to pick the key factors that will make the difference. Finally, they run it back, pick their ideal starting XI for the upcoming friendly vs. Paraguay, and discuss the experience a World Cup hosted by the United States can deliver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:17:28

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Futbol Americas: Mexico Cruise Past Iceland + Concern for the Mexico vs. Portugal Friendly + USMNT Abroad Recap + CONCACAF Champions Cup Recap + Bouanga Is Here To Stay

2/26/2026
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop recap Mexico's convincing victory against Iceland before discussing which players are making their case for the World Cup this summer. Later, they react to the news that the Portuguese Federation is closely monitoring the safety of the situation in Mexico ahead of their friendly there. Then, they do a recap of the USMNT players making an impact abroad, including Johnny Cardoso and Weston McKennie. Finally, they go through a quick recap of CONCACAF Champions Cup matches before discussing Denis Bouanga's new deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:03:10

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Futbol W: SheBelieves Preview + Run it Back + Krieger Convos + Drippin of Trippin + Top 5 Goals of the Week

2/25/2026
Cristina Alexander and Ali Krieger start this edition of Futbol W by previewing the upcoming SheBelieves Cup. They discuss who will be available, who the team will be playing, and take a look at Ali's ideal starting 11. Next they run it back with some American players making an impact for their club teams. Then, Ali speaks to Olivia Moultrie, Barbra Banda, and Riley Tiernan about their outlook for the 2026 NWSL season. Finally, they decide if the Denver Summit's inaugural kit is drippin or trippin before taking a look at the top 5 goals of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Duration:01:11:23